Project Engineer - Advanced Power Systems

Job Title

Project Engineer - Advanced Power Systems

Job Category

Engineering

Job Description

What starts with YOU, moves the world!

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Project Engineer - Advanced Power Systems based at our Warehouse Product Development Center (WPDC) located in Greenville, North Carolina. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in developing innovative warehouse equipment solutions by leading product concept creation, development, testing, and implementation. You’ll collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and procurement to ensure high-performance and cost-effective equipment reaches our global customers.

What You Will Do

• Lead the design, development, testing, and release of advanced energy and electrical systems such as hydrogen fuel cells, Li-Ion batteries, and hybrid power sources.
• Translate truck-level requirements into actionable system and component-level specifications.
• Develop, validate, and execute test plans (DVP&R) for vehicle systems and components; analyze results and report findings.
• Create and maintain engineering outputs including CAD drawings, specifications, bill of materials, test reports, and validation documentation.
• Support and collaborate with Manufacturing, Sourcing, Marketing, and Aftermarket teams throughout development lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical harness and schematic-related issues during design and prototyping phases.
• Coordinate prototype builds, system integration, and manufacturing support for pilot and production activities.
  
  

Who You Are

• A creative and driven engineer with strong problem-solving skills and a passion for emerging technologies.
• A clear communicator who enjoys cross-functional collaboration and thrives in a project-based environment.
• Highly organized and self-directed, able to balance multiple development tasks and prioritize deadlines.
• A continuous learner with a passion for sustainable energy and cutting-edge design.
  
  

What You Will Need

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical preferred)
• Minimum 7 years of relevant industry experience, ideally in vehicle development or industrial equipment design.
  
  

Skills, Experience & Abilities

• Alternative Power Expertise: Hands-on experience designing and developing lead-acid, Li-Ion batteries, vehicle electrical systems, and hybrid power sources.
• Design & Drafting: Proficient in CAD (Siemens NX preferred), 3D wire harness design, and electrical schematic tools (Zuken E3). Strong knowledge of drafting practices and engineering analysis.
• Validation & Testing: Skilled in developing and executing DVP&Rs and interpreting test results to ensure system reliability and performance. Thorough understanding of the design and development process from requirements generation to creating and executing test plans for electrical control systems
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proven ability to support manufacturing, sourcing, marketing, and aftermarket teams across the full product lifecycle.
• Project Management & Communication: Effective at managing complex projects, documenting processes, and clearly communicating technical concepts across teams.
• Technical Capabilities: Proven experience with CAN Open protocol. Proven capability to define and write requirements in a requirements database (Polarion exp is a plus). Proven knowledge of the V&V process (with examples)
• Software Management Capabilities: Proven experience and knowledge of executing software development programs. Working knowledge of MBSE designs (utilizing Simulink is a plus) Translate truck level requirements into hardware and software component requirements. Knowledge and experience utilizing Model in the Loop (MIL) processes. Knowledge based experience in executing Software development programs using Automated Hardware in the Loop (HiL).
  
  

Who We Are

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and services a complete range of application-tailored lift trucks, attachments and fuel cell solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials. As a global leader in the Materials Handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, have been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers, and employees for over 90 years.

What We Offer

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).





Job Type

Permanent

Time Type

Full time

Work Hours

40

Travel Required

No

Primary Location

HY US Greenville, NC (WPDC)

Address

5200 Martin Luther King Jr Hwy

Zip Code

27834

Field-Based

No

Relocation Assistance Available

No

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled